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blivande

expectant

Definition & meaning

Blivande means future, prospective, or soon-to-be. It describes a person or thing expected to become something specified.

  • Min blivande fru — “My future wife.”
  • Blivande läkare — “Future doctors” or “doctors in training.”

Grammar & Word origin

Blivande is an adjective formed from the verb bli , meaning “to become.” It is usually placed before a noun and does not change form for gender, number, or definiteness.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms: framtida means “future” in a broader sense, while kommande means “upcoming.” Blivande particularly emphasizes what someone or something is going to become.
  • Contrast: nuvarande means “current” or “present,” rather than future.

Common phrases & collocations

  • blivande förälder — expectant or soon-to-be parent
  • blivande make — future husband
  • blivande student — prospective student

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Examples

Den blivande mamman köper en bok.adjective

The expectant mother buys a book.

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